Youth Wellbeing & Education Coach Kaihāpai Rangatahi

NMIT; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave + EAP

5 weeks leave

Parental leave bonus

Eye exams

Wellbeing initiatives

Onsite parking

Bike racks

Kiwisaver

Development leave

Job summary

NMIT in Marlborough is seeking a Youth Worker - Kaihāpai Rangatahi to provide care, guidance and support to ākonga under 25, helping them thrive in studies and personal development. You will work with academic staff and support services to foster wellbeing, independence and success in a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Key duties include building authentic relationships with youth and whānau, delivering holistic wellbeing support, leading inclusive programmes, using de-escalation

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary degree qualification with 5+ years’ experience in relevant specialist/technical field.
• Experience mentoring and role modelling for ākonga to support personal and academic growth.
• Commitment to cultural inclusivity and advancing Māori achievement.
• Proficiency in managing risk and safeguarding vulnerable young people.
• Ability to promote wellbeing and provide proactive student support with clear boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Build authentic relationships with youth learners and whānau, supporting connections and success in tertiary education.
• Collaborate with staff and external agencies to provide holistic wellbeing support.
• Lead inclusive youth programmes and activities, partnering with community agencies as needed.
• Apply conflict resolution and de-escalation approaches while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Provide a safe, non-judgemental space offering strengths-based support.

Skills

Mentoring

Relationship building

Conflict de-escalation

Cultural inclusivity

Education

Tertiary degree

Job description

NMIT in Marlborough is seeking a Youth Worker - Kaihāpai Rangatahi to provide care, guidance and support to ākonga under 25, helping them thrive in studies and personal development. You will work with academic staff and support services to foster wellbeing, independence and success in a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Key duties include building authentic relationships with youth and whānau, delivering holistic wellbeing support, leading inclusive programmes, using de-escalation